25. Farmer
The first time the farmer asked Neil to take her to the Animal Sanctuary was the first time they really talked.
"What do you usually do here?" Rio asked, walking to where he was laying in the grass.
"I just…watch the animals. I guess."
She plopped down beside him, smiling. "Can I keep you company?"
It became an actual conversation after several hours passed.
Neil tried his best not to look at her if at all possible. If he looked at her, he would be reminded that she was a cute girl.
This wasn't a date, so why was he nervous?
